Minutes

Environment and Land Use Committee for 2006

Port Washington, Wisconsin

December 20, 2005

The Environment and Land Use Committee met in A-200 of the Administration Building.

Present: Supervisors Leider, Richart, Bock, Smith and Committee Member Noll. Staff: County Administrator Meaux, University Extension Director O’Neil, Planning, Resources and Land Management Director Holschbach, PRLM Assistant Director/County Planner Andrew Struck and Deputy Clerk Winkelhorst.

Others Present: Paul Wegner and Mike Kober

Absent: Supervisor Sopko

Call to Order/Pledge of Allegiance/Proper Notice/Adoption of Agenda: Meeting called to order by Chairperson Leider at 8:35 A.M. All in attendance stood and recited the Pledge of Allegiance. Assurance that the meeting was properly noticed, so noted by Ms. Winkelhorst. Motion by Supervisor Bock, seconded by Mr. Noll to adopt agenda as revised. All members present voting aye. Motion carried.

Public Comments/Correspondence and Communications: None

Approval of Minutes: Motion made by Supervisor Richart, seconded by Supervisor Smith to approve the November 15 minutes as mailed All members present voting aye. Motion carried.

Administrator Meaux asks the committee to defer the Agricultural Society Items until John Brunnquell arrives. Request accepted.

UW-Extension Department Items:

Approval of Extension 2006 Employment Contracts: This is the annual legal document for employing the four extension agents between the University of Wisconsin and Ozaukee County. The traditional percentage division is UW – 60% and the County – 40%. Discussion. Chairperson Leider would like to have a report from one of the agents once a month beginning in January until all have given a report. Committee agrees with this. Motion made by Supervisor Bock, seconded by Supervisor Smith to approve the extension contracts of the four agents. All members present voting aye. Motion carried.

Management, Financial & Organizational Reports: Mr. O’Neil mentioned that there will be a number of State Extension Specialists that will be addressing the County Board on the second meetings of the month.

Moving back to item # 4 on the agenda. John and Paul Brunnquell now present.

Agricultural Society Items/ Fairgrounds:

Request from 4H Leaders Association to hold a Haunted House on the Fairgrounds in October 2006: John Brunnquell explained to the committee that he was here to do an exploratory inquiry on this project. Today he is looking for guidance and learning from the County. This proposal was brought to the 4H Leaders Association and has not been acted upon as of yet. There is no specific request at this time. The proposal is to run a haunted house annually, 2-3 weekends prior to Halloween and on Halloween. There is nothing like this in the county, an activity they feel there is a demand for. Possible use of two buildings. Would involve kids that are involved in projects like theatre, woodworking etc. A budget for this project has been submitted to the Leaders Association which will take it under consideration in January.

The question today is if the 4H Leaders Association want to get behind this, what would be the expectations from the County. The county is trying to encourage activities on the fairgrounds as long it doesn’t affect 4H activities. Confirmation with City of Cedarburg, permits, insurance, law enforcement ,conforming with Cedarburg code and issues regarding hours, noise, safety plan, security, code requirements. The committee suggests that he acquire more information, work with the UW Extension Department and then return to the committee.

Planning, Resources & Land Management Department Items:

Preliminary Plat Review for Paul and Diane Wegner as owners and Mike Kober, R.L.S. as Agent: Mr. Wegner and Mr. Kober explained the project for the land division for Willow Valley Road subdivision. Mr. Struck gave the report on the findings of facts and the conditions. Discussion. It was noted by Mr. Wegner that the Town of Fredonia required a soil test on one lot, which has been done. The PRLM Department recommends approval subject to the conditions that were identified in the December 20, 2005 staff report.

Motion made by Supervisor Leider, seconded by Supervisor Bock to approve the request for preliminary plat/CSM approval for Willow Valley Road subdivision in accord with Section 7.20 (Subdivision Regulation) of the County Ordinance to create a division of land in the shoreland area with the conditions as stated by Mr. Struck in the staff report. Vote taken. All members present voting aye. Motion carried.

9:40 A.M. Supervisor Smith excused.

Cost Share Agreements and Payments: Land & Water Coordinator, Jeff Bell, now in attendance to present his report. A request was made to transfer the $2,000 of 2005 Soil & Water Resource Management Program funds designated to the DNR Mole Creek Restoration Project to Keith Schueller for his animal waste management project and to re-allocate $2,000 from the 2006 Soil & Water Resource Management Program to the DNR Mole Creek Restoration Project.

Motion made by Supervisor Bock, seconded by Supervisor Richart to approve the transfer. Vote taken. All members present voting aye. Motion carried.

9:43 A.M. Supervisor Smith now present.

Land & Water Resource Management Plan Update: Mr. Holschbach presented an update on the development of the 2006 -2010 Draft Land and Water Resource Management Plan required by DATCP. The Advisory Committee met December 6, 2005 to provide input on the recent draft. The Advisory Committee is scheduled to review the final draft of the plan on February 7, 2006. The draft plan will then be presented to the ELUC for review and action. Discussion on transient wells.

Revisions to Shoreland & Floodplain Zoning Ordinance: Cancellation of Public Hearing. Rescheduled to January 11 in the County Board Room at 7:30 pm.

Shoreland & Floodplain Zoning Permit Fee Schedule: The proposed revised Shoreland & Floodplain Zoning Ordinance no longer includes permits fees, but makes reference to a fee schedule. The fee schedule in addition to all of existing fees, includes the newly established, "stipulated permit" fee of $150.00. No fee increases at this time. The fee schedule is being taken out of the Ordinance and is being put in the Policy and Procedure Manual. The fee schedule will be presented to the County Board when the Ordinance is presented.

Motion made by Supervisor Richart, seconded by Mr. Noll to accept the proposed fee schedule changes. Vote taken. All members present voting aye. Motion carried.

Authorization to Extend Planning Intern Hours: A request to extend the Intern’s hours beyond 600 and to pay Wisconsin Retirement of 10.4% on time worked above 600 hours was made. An additional 339 hours above the 600 is being requested which will be just below half-time. To increase the intern’s hours above 600 will also require approval of the Administrative Committee. There is $10,000 in the 2006 budget for temporary salaries.

Motion made by Supervisor Smith, seconded by Supervisor Bock to extend the intern’s hours. Vote taken. All members present voting aye. Motion carried.

Management, Financial, and Organizational Reports: Mark Baran, NRCS District Conservationist announced that he will be leaving to take a new job out of state. The hiring of a USDA District Conservationist to replace Dan Lynch is on hold due to a budget shortfall. Dexter Porter, District Conservationist in Sheboygan County will serve Ozaukee County until the position is filled.

Farm Service Agency update given by Mr. Noll.

WLWCA report given by Mr. Holschbach. Passed around information on invasive plants of the future. Gave report on resolutions.

Chairperson Leider spoke on the RR Consortium, the tour in the glass car, Forestry department, DNR permit for Cedar Valley.

Items for County Board Committee Reports:

Dexter Porter from Sheboygan for NRCS

Highlights of the RR Consortium

Reschedule of Public Hearing

Next Meeting Date: Wednesday, January 11 at 7:30 PM in Rm A-204 for public hearing

Regular meeting on Tuesday, January 17 at 8:30 AM in Rm A-200

Adjournment: Motion made by Supervisor Bock, seconded by Supervisor Richart to adjourn. Vote taken. All members present voting aye. Motion carried.

Meeting adjourned at 10:32 A.M.

Julianne B. Winkelhorst

Deputy County Clerk

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Port Washington, Wisconsin

Tuesday, November 15, 2005

 

The Environment and Land Use Committee meeting

Room A-200 of the Administration Building.

Present: Supervisors Leider, Sopko, Smith, Richart, Bock and Committee Member Noll. County Administrator Meaux, PRLM Staff: Department Director, Andy Holschbach, Assistant Director/County Planner, Andrew Struck, Land and Water Coordinator, Jeff Bell and Cynthia M. DeGroot, Office Assistant IV.

Others Present: Nancy Anderson of SEWRPC, Mark Baran, NRCS.

Call to Order/Pledge of Allegiance/Proper Notice/Adoption of Agenda: Meeting called to order by Chairperson Leider at 8:30 A.M. All in attendance stood and recited the Pledge of Allegiance. Assurance that the meeting was properly noticed, so noted by Ms. DeGroot. Motion by Supervisor Bock, seconded by Supervisor Smith to adopt agenda as presented. All members present voting aye. Motion carried

Public Comments/Correspondence and Communications: Chairperson Leider provided copies of the "The Wisconsin Great Lakes Chronicles for 2005" and a Land Use Resource Guide for 2005 from the Center for Land Use Education, University of Wisconsin, Stevens Point to be left with the PRLM Department for anyone wishing to look over the material. She also provided information on Alice in Dairyland and the upcoming tree cutting ceremony. Supervisor Bock provided photos from the Ulao Creek Partnership Open House held at the Family Farm in September. Supervisor Sopko congratulated Andy Holschbach and staff for the award from the Keep Greater Milwaukee Beautiful organization.

Approval of Minutes: Motion made by Supervisor Smith, seconded by Supervisor Richart to approve the October 18, 2005 minutes as mailed. All members present voting aye. Motion carried.

Agricultural Society Items:

Mr. Meaux provided a handout of the zoning language from the City of Cedarburg with regards to the County Fairgrounds. The language states that limited commercial uses are permitted on the county owned section only when sponsored by a community-based organization. The possibility may exist for an organization such as the 4-H or the Courthouse Restoration Committee; Volunteer Committee, etc. to sponsor commercial events on the county in order for the county to collect a fee on such an event. This will be discussed with the City of Cedarburg for upcoming events.

UW-Extension Department Items: Management, Financial & Organizational Reports:

The committee reviewed the reports. There were no questions or comments.

Planning, Resources & Land Management Department Items

Preliminary Plat Review for Stone Pine I Ltd Partnership:

Andrew Struck provided a report regarding the preliminary plat for Stone Pine I. Advisory discussions were held via phone conference calls. Only a small portion of this property falls within the County Shoreland Zoning jurisdiction. The department had no objection to the preliminary plat and recommended approval with the conditions listed in the staff report.

Motion made by Supervisor Richart, seconded by Supervisor Sopko to approve the preliminary plat with the conditions as stated in the staff report. Vote taken. All members present voting aye. Motion carried.

Cost Share Agreements & Payments

Jeff Bell presented his report. He requested approval of cost share assistance for landowner’s projects as stated in his report and payment to Lee Schlenvogt in the amount of $20,372.00. Motion by Supervisor Bock, seconded by Supervisor Smith to approve the cost share agreements. All members present voting aye. Motion carried. Motion by Supervisor Smith to approve the payment for Lee Schlenvogt in the amount of $20,372.00, seconded by Supervisor Sopko. All members present voting aye. Motion carried.

Authorization to Expand Septic System Design Review to Include Additional Types of Septic Systems

Andy Holschbach informed the committee that the department had been given designated agent status for conditional plan review authority by the Wisconsin Department of Commerce for specific POWTS plans. He presented a fee analysis based on 2004 sanitation permits which shows a possible increase in revenue of $17,900 for the PRLM department. This will also allow contractors the option to have design approval through Ozaukee County or continue to request approval through the Department of Commerce at the same cost. Motion by Supervisor Bock to approve authorization of Agent Status to the PRLM Department with the understanding that the fee would remain the same as the Department of Commerce fee. Seconded by Supervisor Sopko. All members present voting aye. Motion carried.

Sanitation Permit Fee Adjustments & Septic System Design Approval Fees:

Andy Holschbach presented a new fee schedule and comparisons of other counties fees along with a fee analysis for design approval fees. He explained that it had been at least five years since fees had been increased and proposed increases to offset costs associated with reviews and inspections of systems. Motion by Supervisor Bock to approve increase in septic and design approval fees. Seconded by Supervisor Smith. Members present voting in favor with Supervisor Sopko opposed.

Plat Review Approval Authority per Wisconsin Statute 236.10:

Andy Holschbach provided a Draft Plat Review Policy for the committee members to review. State Statute requires the County to review, as an objecting agency or approving authority, all subdivision plats in Ozaukee County as defined in Chapter 236. The review would be specific to County issues. Motion by Supervisor Bock to accept the Plat Review Policy, as presented and according to State Statute, seconded by Roger Noll. Vote taken. All members present voting aye. Motion carried.

Chairperson Leider left the meeting at 9:25 a.m. and Supervisor Richart stepped in as Chair.

Proposed Revisions to Shoreland and Floodplain zoning Ordinance and Maps:

Nancy Anderson of SEWRPC was present to discuss changes/additions to the shoreland-zoning ordinance. She addressed past comments from a Board of Adjustment member and comments from staff, primarily on the land division section. The committee will hold off on adopting the maps until the new floodplains are done, as discussed last month. Discussion was had on changes to sections 7.0201, 7.0702, 7.1005, 7.1002, 7.0401, 7.0402, and 7.1200. The Public Hearing on Shoreland and Floodplain Zoning Ordinance will take place on DECEMBER 14, 2005 AT 7:30 PM in the Administration Building Auditorium.

Motion by Supervisor Smith, seconded by Supervisor Sopko to accept the changes. Vote taken. All members present voting aye. Motion carried.

Wisconsin Land & Water Conservation Association Resolutions:

Andy Holschbach provided examples of various resolutions from the WLWCA, many dealing with internal issues for the committee’s information.

Management, Financial, and Organizational Reports:

PRLM Department reports were reviewed.

Mr. Noll gave a Farm Service Agency update.

Mark Baran, NRCS District Conservationist provided updates on the vacancy position in the Port Washington NRCS Field Office, which closed last month, and the Conservation Security Program. He informed members of a new Wetland Reserve Program Biologist covering Washington, Sheboygan and Ozaukee Counties by the name of Greg Olson, who is also a DNR employee.

Items for County Board Committee Reports:

The public hearing on December 14th.

Next Meeting Date: 8:30 A.M. on December 20, 2005 in Room A-200.

Adjournment: Motion made by Supervisor Sopko, seconded by Supervisor Bock to adjourn. Vote taken. All members present voting aye. Motion carried.

Meeting adjourned at 11:28 A.M.

Respectfully Submitted,

Cynthia M. De Groot

Office Assistant IV – PRLM Dept.

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Port Washington, Wisconsin

October 18, 2005

 

The Environment and Land Use Committee met in A-200 of the Administration Building.

Present: Supervisors Leider, Sopko, Smith, Richart and Committee Member Noll. Staff: Administrator Meaux, University Extension Director Dan O’Neil and Deputy Clerk Winkelhorst.

Others Present: Bob Roden

Absent: Supervisor Bock

Call to Order/Pledge of Allegiance/Proper Notice/Adoption of Agenda: Meeting called to order by Chairperson Leider at 8:30 A.M. All in attendance stood and recited the Pledge of Allegiance. Assurance that the meeting was properly noticed, so noted by Ms. Winkelhorst. Motion by Supervisor Smith, seconded by Mr. Noll to adopt agenda as revised. All members present voting aye. Motion carried

Public Comments/Correspondence and Communications: Chairperson Leider distributed the newspaper "The Sounder" referencing an article on the purchase of development rights for the farmers and on the ribbon cutting ceremony for the railroad.

Approval of Minutes: Motion made by Supervisor Richart, seconded by Supervisor Smith to approve the Sept. 20 minutes as mailed and Oct. 14 minutes as presented. All members present voting aye. Motion carried.

Moving ahead in the agenda to UW Extension Department Items.

UW-Extension Department Items:

Alice in Dairyland Statewide Contest: Mr. O’Neil reported on how the Ozaukee County Dairy Promotion Committee, Inc. has offered to host the 59th Alice in Dairyland Finals in 2006. Hosting this event will allow Ozaukee County to draw in visitors from around the state, an opportunity to showcase the County and its businesses.

Mr. Roden explained the program and what would be done. Following the guidelines of other counties who have hosted this in the past, he is on the finance committee to raise funds for this event. He is requesting start up money of a loan for $10,000 for 6 months.

Questions raised as to more explanation of program, why the need to borrow money if it is a fund raising event. Mr. O’Neil and Mr. Roden addressed those concerns.

Motion made by Supervisor Smith, seconded by Mr. Noll to approve a loan of $10,000 for 6 months at 0% interest. Vote taken. (4-1) Motion carried. Sopko opposed.

Fairgrounds Report: Mr. O’Neil gave a follow up report on two items requested at the last meeting at the fairgrounds. Item #1 was a rental request from a company for outdoor space and possibly indoor space, was denied as there was a conflict with City of Cedarburg zoning.

Mr. Meaux will bring the zoning language from the City of Cedarburg to the next meeting. Chairperson Leider would like this on the next agenda.

Item #2 was a follow up to building replacement issues. Building 1, 2 and 3 are in the most need for upgrades. Bldg. 3 is the oldest. The possibility of tearing down all three and building one was suggested. Mr. Meaux pointed out that at the previous meeting there was discussion about possibly developing a prioritization plan subject to funding.

Supervisor Leider and Sopko would like to be a part of any future meetings regarding preliminary planning for these buildings.

Management and Financial Reports: Mr. O’Neil stated there were no major changes and that next month the revenues would start coming through.

Moving back to item # 4 on the agenda. Ron Voigt Registar of Deeds now present.

Register of Deeds Department Items:

Request to open an income account to receive e-recordings: Mr. Voigt explained the process, technology allowing for e-recordings which is receiving documents through the internet. The request is for the ability to receive e-dollars, electronic transfer of money over the internet.

Motion made by Supervisor Leider, seconded by Supervisor Sopko to approve the request to open an income account to receive e-recordings. All members present voting aye. Motion carried.

Planning, Resources & Land Management Department Items:

Planning, Resources & Land Management Director Holschbach now present.

9:10 A.M. Committee left for on-site inspection of Paul O. and Nancy A. Swart property part of proposed 4 lot CSM, Town of Belgium, being part of the SE 1/4 of the NE 1/4, Section 25, T12N, R22E and being part of the NW 1/4 and SW1/4 of the NW 1/4, Section 30, T12N, R23E.

Joining the committee at the site was the owner Paul O. Swart, property owners Arthur Cavalea of 5504 Cedar Beach S and King Coles of 5592 Cedar Beach S. Mr. Swart explained lot layouts, water runoff and drain tiles. The property owners stressed concern regarding stormwater management and continued function of tiles.

10:20 A.M. Committee returns to Administration Center for continuation of meeting.

Paul and Nancy Swart now present.

Preliminary Plat / Land Division: Mr. Swart stated that he will locate the tiles as requested and ensure they function as intended. PRLM Department recommends approval subject to the conditions that were identified in the September 20, 2005 staff report. Specifically that language be included on the CSM and the deeds regarding need for stormwater and erosion control management plan.

Motion made by Supervisor Sopko, seconded by Supervisor Smith to approve the request with the conditions as stated in the staff report. Vote taken. All members present voting aye. Motion carried.

Mr. Swart indicated he would be agreeable to let the South Cedar Beach Road Association work on that portion of the ditch that is on his property to improve drainage on South Cedar Beach Road at the Association’s expense and that all lot stakes would have to be reset at the Association’s expense.

Wisconsin Coastal Management Program Grant: Mr. Holschbach requested authorization to submit a grant application to the Wisconsin Coastal Management Program which will focus on reducing fish passage impediments in Ozaukee County rivers and streams which fragment waterways and wetlands, limiting the biological uses of surface water resources. The goal would be to inventory various stream reaches to identify existing impediments (barriers), evaluate basic stream community data, analyze the impact of each barrier, prioritize barrier removals, and develop a remedial action plan. A consultant would have to perform the majority of the tasks. Mr. Holschbach intends to have the county provide In-Kind contributions such as the GIS mapping. He will be looking at getting other partners involved. Information from the project will be made available to Highway Department, public works departments, conservation organizations, etc.

Motion made by Supervisor Leider, seconded by Supervisor Smith to apply for the Wisconsin Coastal Management Program Grant. Discussion. Vote taken. (3-2). Motion carried. Sopko and Richart opposed.

Revisions to Shoreland and Floodplain zoning Ordinance and Maps: The shoreland zoning map approval process involves FEMA and the DNR signing off on the maps. At this point in time they cannot review the maps. Mr. Holschbach recommends delaying the adoption of the new zoning maps until new floodplain delineations are prepared and approved by DNR and FEMA and proceeding with adopting the new shoreland/floodplain ordinance text. The existing zoning maps would need to be amended to remove the "RR" and "GP" zoning districts. Although an ordinance may be adopted to remove the districts, the maps would not be reprinted.

Motion made by Supervisor Sopko, seconded by Supervisor Smith to adopt the revisions with the appropriate language to reflect the PRLM Department using the older maps until they get DNR and FEMA approval of the new ones. Vote taken. All members present voting aye. Motion carried.

Public Hearing on Shoreland and Floodplain Zoning Ordinance: Date is changed from November 10 to DECEMBER 14, 2005 AT 8:00 PM.

Management, Financial, and Organizational Reports: Mr. Holschbach explained that the majority of revenue for the department is reimbursed at year end. The Gypsy Moth program budgeted $90,000 for aerial treatment which did not occur this year, therefore revenue will be less $90,000.

Mr. Holschbach read a thank you letter he received on the Lions Den Gorge Nature Preserve.

Farm Service Agency update given by Mr. Noll.

Mark Baran, NRCS District Conservationist gave updates on the vacancy position in the Port Washington NRCS Field Office, the Environmental Quality Incentive Program (EQIP) and the Conservation Security Program.

Chairperson Leider made mention of the following meetings coming up:

Wisconsin Land & Water Conservation Meeting on Dec. 7-9 in Eau Claire

SE District Meeting October 27 in Waukesha

WLWCA on November 11 in Stevens Point

The Waukesha tour was attended by Mr. Holschbach, Supervisor Leider and Noll. A summary of the tour was presented.

Items for County Board Committee Reports:

Public hearing date change.

Alice in Dairyland issue.

Next Meeting Date: 8:30 A.M. on November 15, 2005 in Room A-200.

Adjournment: Motion made by Supervisor Sopko, seconded by Mr. Noll to adjourn. Vote taken. All members present voting aye. Motion carried.

Meeting adjourned at 11:24 A.M.

Julianne B. Winkelhorst

Deputy County Clerk

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Port Washington, WI 
 October 14, 2005

Call to order: Meeting called to order at 10:00.

Present: Tom Richart, Cindy Bock, Roger Noll, Rose Hass Leider

Kevin Struck presented accomplishments of the Two County Growth Management Educators position.

Mike Ballweg summarized the history and concepts that led to the specialization efforts. Dan O'Neil, Tina Kohlman, Allan Linnebur and Mike Ballweg reported on Tri-County Agricultural Programs.  Supervisors questions were answered.

Adjourned: 12:15.

Submitted by,

Dan O’Neil

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September 20, 2005

The Environment and Land Use Committee met in the Youth Building at the Ozaukee County Fairgrounds.

Present: Supervisors Leider, Richart, Bock, Sopko and Committee Member Noll. Staff: Administrator Meaux, Planning, Resources and Land Management Director Holschbach, Assistant Director/Planner Struck, Acting USDA District Conservationist Baran, 4-H Youth Development Agent Buelke Schroeder.

Others Present: Arthur Filter, Brenda Mueller, Paul Swart, Nancy Swart, Ron Pritzlaff, Pat Steffen, Harold Steffen, Ken Reimer, Bob Roden, Rick Roden, Arthur Cavalea, King Coles, Nancy Anderson

Absent: Supervisor Smith

Call to Order/Proper Notice/ Adoption of Agenda: Meeting called to order by Chairperson Leider at 6:35 P.M. Followed by Pledge of Allegiance. Assurance that the meeting was properly noticed, so noted by Mr. Holschbach. Motion by Supervisor Bock, seconded by Supervisor Richart to adopt agenda as presented. All members present voting aye. Motion carried.

Public Comments/ Correspondence and Communications: Brenda Mueller, President

4-H Leaders Association concerned with poor condition of buildings. Building 1 (Quonset) has a leaky roof which needs to be repaired. How can county help? Bob Roden indicated he received a quote of $20,000 to repair Quonset building. Paul Swart a resident of Jefferson County stated Jefferson County purchased land and built new fairgrounds which appear to be a good investment; grounds receive a lot of use.

Kay Buelke Schroeder presented written report on 4-H member entries, etc.

Approval of Minutes: Motion made by Supervisor Richart, seconded by Supervisor Noll to approve the August 16 and September 7, 2005 minutes. All members present voting aye. Motion carried.

Agricultural Society Items:

Art Filter, President of the Ag Society stated the 2005 fair was a success and all involved were very cooperative. Concerned with the heavy electrical usage at the fair and leaky

4-H buildings. Would like to see county provide additional electrical service. Mr. Meaux indicated electrical issue is being addressed. Mr. Filter thanked County for its many contributions. Ken Reimer concerned with some of the buildings lifting. Pat Steffen would like to see Building 3, Chicken Building brightened up and historical information about the building publicized.

Supervisor Bock was impressed with the Fair. Would like to see more benches made available near the stage area and 4-H buildings repaired.

Supervisor Leider noted 2005 was the 146th year for the fair. Money should be budgeted to make repairs as long as the fair is forecasted to stay in present location. It was noted that the buildings are owned by 4-H and the county owns the land.

Supervisor Bock suggested renting out building if possible to generate revenue.

Mr. Meaux will work with the Ag Society and 4-H Leaders Association to develop a prioritized building repair schedule and pursue funds in 2006 budget process as desired by committee. Supervisor Leider and Sopko request to be part of meeting to develop a schedule.

UW – Extension Department Items:

Kay Buelke Schroeder provided the UW-EX Department report and presented the September 2005 Newsletter. Approximately 30 families attended the 4-H Open House.

Ozaukee County is hosting the Tri-County Meeting October 14th.

Planning, Resources & Land Management Department Items:

Preliminary Plat / Land Division: A request from Paul O. and Nancy A. Swart for preliminary plat approval in accord with Section 7.20(Subdivision Regulation) of the County Ordinance. Affecting the following property, Cedar Beach Road, Town of Belgium, Ozaukee County, Wisconsin being part of the NW and SW ¼ of the NW ¼ of Section 30, T.12 N., R.23 E. AND the SE ¼ of the NE ¼ of Section 25, T. 12 N., R. 23. E., Parcel Key #’s 02-030-07-003.00 (5.40 acres), 02-030-06-013.00 (1.49 acres), 02-030-06-003.00 (18.50 acres) and 01-025-04-001.00 (3.0 acres). Proposed CSM shows 4 lots.

Mr. Swart presented the proposal and indicated the preliminary plat has been approved by the Town of Belgium and the wetland delineation report approved by DNR indicating no wetlands. Mr. Struck provided a review of the staff report recommending approval with 14 conditions. Mr. Holschbach was concerned with lot layout as it requires several, separate, very long driveways to access the property off of Cedar Beach Road. Supervisor Bock proposed shared driveways. Mr. Swart indicated the Town does not allow for shared driveways. If he were to build a town road, he would have to increase the lot density which he was not fond of. Supervisor Sopko concerned with the loss of vegetation resulting from the driveways.

Ron Pritzlaff, 5586 Cedar Beach South owner of a residence on Lot 4 & 5 is concerned with more runoff, indicating his area downstream presently experiences large flows of water eroding the stream as presented by photos. Mr. Swart noted the photos were taken prior to the town diverting water from that area. Mr. Pritzlaff stressed the importance and need to have an approved stormwater management plan which addresses surface water and the tiles that also drain through the property.

King Coles, 5592 Cedar Beach South also concerned with additional stormwater runoff and drainage of tiles. He also presented photos of runoff concerns taken prior to the town diverting water. Mr. Holschbach indicated the county ordinance requires the existing subsurface tiles to be located and plans provided to adequately address them.

Supervisor Leider suggested the committee visit the site. Committee agreed to visit site as part of the October meeting.

Supervisor Bock made a motion to table the request to the next meeting to allow for a site review and for Mr. Swart to work with PRLM staff to prepare plans to address stormwater and tile management issues. Seconded by Supervisor Sopko. Motion carried. Supervisor Leider requested the neighbors receive notice of the next meeting and tour.

Preliminary Plat / Land Division: Marko and Jane Musich, are requesting preliminary plat approval 652 North Port Washington Road, Grafton, WI in accord with Section 7.20 (Subdivision Regulation) of the County Ordinance to create a division of land in the shoreland area. Affecting the following described real estate:

The Property, CTH W (652 North Port Washington Road), Town of Grafton, Ozaukee County, being part of the NW ¼ of the SW ¼ of Section 29, T.10 N., R.22 E., Parcel Key # 06-029-10-002.00 (6.36 acres).

Mr. Musich presented the preliminary plat indicating the stormwater management plan is approved by the DNR. Mr. Struck indicated a condition of approval is for the department to receive a formal written confirmation of WDNR and FEMA approval of the revised 100-year floodplain elevation and line as submitted by MSA Professional Services.

Motion by Supervisor Sopko to approve the preliminary plat with the 14 conditions as stated in the September 20, 2005 staff report. Seconded by Supervisor Noll. Motion carried.

Proposed Revisions to Shoreland & Floodplain Zoning Ordinance: Mr. Holschbach indicated the ordinance has recently been revised to incorporate comments received by Kathi Kramasz, DNR Water Management Specialist.

Supervisor Bock requested clarification on the 50 percent rule as referred to in correspondence from Mr. Kenealy. Mr. Holschbach noted that the 50 percent rule will continue to apply to nonconforming uses and nonconforming buildings in the floodplain per NR 116, Wisconsin’s Floodplain Management Program, however, the 50 percent rule is being eliminated in the shoreland area outside the floodplain.

Mr. Holschbach presented a letter from Mr. John Riordan, Board of Adjustment Member who emphasized the ordinance should do more to protect the floodplain and wetlands. Mr. Riordan also emphasized a need to establish a fund to preserve our rural open space.

Nancy Anderson provided a review of the proposed revisions based on comments received by DNR staff, Supervisor Richart, Supervisor Sopko and PRLM staff.

Mr. Holschbach presented a Tentative Schedule for approval of the Shoreland and Floodplain Zoning Ordinance and maps. Public hearing is scheduled for November 10, 7:30 P.M. Action by County Board is scheduled for January 4, 2006.

Supervisor Bock made a motion to approve the ordinance revisions as presented and Schedule for Ordinance Approval, seconded by Supervisor Sopko. Motion carried.

Authorization for Out of State Travel in accord with Section 4.05 of the County Policy and Procedure Manual: Supervisor Bock made a motion to authorize Mr. Holschbach to attend the training session, "Managing Floodplain Development Through the National Flood Insurance Program" at the FEMA National Emergency Training Center in Emmitsburg, MD, October 3-5, seconded by Supervisor Richart. Motion carried.

Funding Support for the USDA Farm and Ranch Lands Protection Program: Motion made by Supervisor Bock to approve the resolution to Encourage the Agriculture and Rural Development Appropriations Committee to Fully Fund the Farm and Ranch Land Protection Program for FY 2006, seconded by Supervisor Sopko. Motion carried. Farm & Ranch Land Protection Program funds are often utilized to acquire conservation easements in the North Branch Milwaukee River Wildlife & Farming Heritage Area.

SE Area Land & Water Conservation Association Tour, September 22, Waukesha:

Supervisor Leider and Mr. Noll and Andy Holschbach plan to attend.

Harrington Beach State Park, Quarry Lake Bridge & Trail Dedication, 9/24/05, 6:00pm

Supervisor Leider announced the dedication and encouraged Supervisors to attend.

Conservation Reserve Enhancement Program (CREP) Contract Amendment:

Supervisor Bock made a motion to approve amendment #3 to Wisconsin Conservation Reserve Enhancement Program Contract, seconded by Supervisor Richart. Motion carried. Supervisor Sopko opposed. The amendment contained a $60,000 reduction in spending authority, resulting in a spending authority of $340,000.

Management, Financial, and Organizational Reports: Mr. Holschbach indicated there are approximately 300 landowners being referred to Corp Counsel who are not in compliance with POWTS Maintenance requirements. DNR Board will be touring the Lion’s Den Gorge Nature Preserve September 27th.

Mark Baran, Acting USDA District Conservationist presented a report on NRCS activities.

Mr. Noll reported on the corn deficiency payment program administered through the FSA office.

Next Meeting Date: October 18, 2005 at 8:30 A.M.

Motion by Supervisor Sopko to adjourn, seconded by Supervisor Bock. Motion carried.

Meeting adjourned at 8:50 P.M.

Recorded by Andy Holschbach

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The Environment and Land Use Committee met in A-200 of the Administration Center, prior to the County Board session.

Present: Supervisors Leider, Richart, Smith, Bock, Sopko, Staff Andy Holschbach, Andrew Struck and Clerk Marchese.

Call to Order/Proper Notice: Meeting called to order by Chairperson Leider at 8:45 A.M. Assurance that the meeting was properly noticed, so noted by Clerk Marchese

Resolution No. 05-36 - Commendation - Daniel J. Lynch Motion made by Supervisor Richart, seconded by Supervisor Sopko, that Resolution. No. 5-36 be adopted. All members present voting aye. Motion carried. The Committee was advised that someone will be appointed to fill this position.

Adjournment: Motion made by Supervisor Bock, seconded by Supervisor Smith to adjourn. All members present voting aye. Motion carried.

Meeting adjourned at 8:50 A.M.

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Port Washington, Wisconsin

August 16, 2005

The Environment and Land Use Committee met in A-200 of the Administration Center.

Present: Supervisors Leider, Richart, Smith and Bock Staff: Administrator Meaux, Planning, Resources and Land Management Director Holschbach, Dan Lynch, Andrew Struck and Deputy Clerk Winkelhorst.

Others Present: Supervisor Walerstein and SEWRPC Representative Nancy Anderson.

Absent: Supervisor Sopko and Committee Member Noll.

Call to Order/Proper Notice/ Adoption of Agenda: Meeting called to order by Chairperson Leider at 8:35 A.M. Assurance that the meeting was properly noticed, so noted by Ms. Winkelhorst. Motion by Supervisor Bock, seconded by Supervisor Smith to adopt agenda as presented. All members present voting aye. Motion carried.

Public Comments/ Correspondence and Communications: Chairperson Leider thanked Dan Lynch for his service to the farmers and the county. Mr. Lynch will be retiring, he has been with the Federal government for 29 years and works very closely with the County.

Approval of Minutes: Motion made by Supervisor Richart, seconded by Supervisor Smith to approve the July 19 minutes with two corrections. All members present voting aye. Motion carried.

Planning, Resources & Land Management Department Items:

Preliminary Plat / Land Division: A request from Daniel J. & Deborah J. Goeckner for preliminary plat approval in accord with Section 7.20(Subdivision Regulation) of the County Ordinance. Affecting the following property at 550 Sarah Ln., Town of Cedarburg, being part of the NW ¼ & SW ¼ of the SE ¼ Section 26, T10N R21E. Parcel Key #03-026-15-000.00(12.44 acres).

Mr. Struck presented an aerial photo of the property, which is along Cedar Creek, therefore it falls within County Shoreland jurisdiction. He continued with the staff report that the land division will create (3) new lots (Lot 1, Lot 2, and Lot 3), with the proposed future use being residential. The preliminary plat accurately depicts the 300-foot County shoreland zoning boundary and the primary environmental corridor boundary. The plat does not accurately indicate the 100-year floodplain.

The original house would be moved closer to Sarah Lane and the back two lots are intended for additional residential development. The topography on the site is very steep with significant wetlands at the base.

The property is located in the Town of Cedarburg and the City of Cedarburg would have extraterritorial platting and planning jurisdiction. As of yet no soil borings have been submitted. Wetland delineation had been done by Graef, Anhalt, Schloemer & Assoc. Inc., at this time no concurrence letter from the Army Corps of Engineers or the Department of Natural Resources has been submitted. Proposed road access will need to meet the Town of Cedarburg standards.

The PRLM Department has no objections to the preliminary plat/CSM and recommends approval with the following conditions:

1.  Any future subdivision of this property will require preliminary plat approval by the County.

2.  No grading, excavating, filling or development is proposed as part of this subdivision in the Shoreland-Wetland (C) District as the area is delineated as wetland. In addition, future land uses of the preliminary plat/CSM must be consistent with the extraterrirorial planning and platting jurisdiction of the City of Cedarburg.

3.  The 100-year floodplain line and corresponding floodplain base elevations as determined by the detailed floodplain study for Cedar Creek MUST appear on the face of each relevant page of the CSM and be clearly marked as "100-year floodplain".

4.  The erosion control plan was submitted but still needed is the WDNR NR 216 Notice of Intent. Further asked that the plan would include a soils overlay (per Ozaukee County Soil Survey) indicating the soil types and soil polygons with respect to the newly created parcels.

5.  A Special Exception Permit from the County will be required for any future filling, grading or excavating of any area within 300 feet landward of the ordinary high water mark.

6.  A Zoning permit shall be obtained by the Zoning Administrator before any new development.

7.  Future land disturbance or construction activities shall also be in accord with NR 216 for stormwater management.

8.  A copy of a Army Corps of Engineers and/or a Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources Letter of Concurrence approving wetland delineations.

9.  The majority of the 12.44 acre proposed preliminary plat/CSM lies within the primary environmental corridor as determined by SEWRPC. Because they are developing outside our major areas of concern we have no objections but the committee may want to consider certain conditions upon that development.

10.  Removal of natural vegetation in the shoreland area.

11.  Soil borings were not submitted so it is noted that this does not assure "suitable" lots for building or development. Any future land division or

12.  developments will require soil borings with review and permits from the PRLM department prior to construction.

13. Public access requirement to the navigable stream have been satisfied.

14. Additional permitting may be required by the Army Corps of Engineers under Section 404 of the Clean Water Act.

15. All other required state, federal and local permits must be acquired prior to any construction or development activities.

16.  The final plat/CSM must be submitted within 6 months of preliminary plat/CSM approval by the Environmental and Land Use Committee.

Mr. Struck commented on #15- our current ordinance states 6 months, he is suggesting that the Committee may want to consider a 12 month extension.

Mr. Struck handed out a letter from the DNR in regards to the grading and their concerns with the steep slopes.

9:00 A.M. Committee Member Noll now present.

The following concerns were addressed by the committee: making sure all conditions were met before final approval, public hearing at the town level, troubled by the DNR letter that they don’t appear to have all the information, whether or not the property has been evaluated thoroughly, who does the monitoring of the property.

Motion made by Supervisor Smith , seconded by Supervisor Bock to approve the preliminary plat assuming that all the conditions set forth by the County are met and to extend the 6 months to 12 months. Discussion. Vote taken. (4-1) Vote was as follows: Leider, Smith, Bock, Noll voting aye and Richart opposed.

The Committee also directs the Staff to follow up with a cover letter explaining their concerns regarding the extent of development in primary environmental corridor and attach the DNR letter for distribution to the Planning Commission of the Town and City of Cedarburg.

Proposed Revisions to Shoreland & Floodplain Zoning Ordinance: SEWRPC Rep. Nancy Anderson spoke on the changes required by them after review of the draft of the revised Ordinance by DNR and FEMA. All changes are outlined in the draft copy which is available in the Planning, Resources and Land Management Department.

9:36 A.M. Chairperson Leider excused, Supervisor Richart assumes the Chair.

Discussion. A concern over the mapping of the floodplain. DNR and FEMA have to approve the new shoreland zoning maps of the floodplain delineation. The DNR currently is reviewing the maps.

9:55 A.M. Chairperson Leider now present and resumes the chair.

Discussion and questions. A tentative time frame for the public hearing is October and action by the County Board in November or December.

Proposed 2006 Budget: Mr. Holschbach presented his progress on the budget, highlighting Preservation of Natural Areas, Gypsy Moth Suppression Program, Vehicle Replacement, Comprehensive Planning, Tree Program and Sanitation. Discussion. Motion made by Supervisor Smith, seconded by Supervisor Bock to approve proposed budget as presented. All members present voting aye. Motion carried.

Support to retain Multi-Agency Computer Support Specialist: Mr.Holschbach would like to submit a letter on behalf of the Committee in support of the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service, WIS-DNR and WIS-DATCP hiring and retaining Aleise Oyen as a computer software specialist. Discussion. Motion made by Supervisor Richart, seconded by Supervisor Leider that the letter be sent out under the signature of the Director of Planning, Resources and Land Management only. All members present voting aye. Motion carried.

UW-Extension Director Dan O’Neil now present.

Management, Financial and Organizational Reports: Farm Service Agency update given by Mr. Noll.

Mr. Lynch gave update on the Environmental Quality Incentive Program.

Update by Chairperson Leider on SE District tour coming up on Sept. 22 and WLWCA meeting in Madison on August 25.

Ulao Creek Partnership Open House on September 24.

Mr. Holschbach presented the financial report.

County Fair review on attendance and PRLM booth.

UW-Extension Department Items:

Extension Office Programs at County Fair: Review by Mr. O’Neil on project participation, livestock sale and future improvements.

Chairperson Leider complimented Mr. O’ Neil on the Master Gardner Program and how that has progressed with 102 registered Master Gardners in our County.

Tri-County Meeting –October 14: Beginning at 10:30 a.m. in the Auditorium.

Proposed 2006 Budget: Mr. O’Neil presented his progress on the budget in the three main areas Administration, Youth Services and Hazardous Waste. Discussion. Motion

made by Supervisor Leider, seconded by Committee Member Noll to pass proposed budget and send it on to Administrative and County Board. All members present voting aye. Motion carried.

Management, Financial Reports: Mr. O’Neil gave the department financial report and an explanation of the tire disposal service they offer.

Items for County Board Committee Report:

UW-Extension – Information on the fair- 4H-Department entries, cream puff sales. Progress of the Master Gardners.

PRLM – Ulao Partnership Open House

Next Meeting Date: September 20 at the Fairgrounds 4-H Youth Building at 6:30 p.m.

Chairperson Leider requested that the Pledge of Allegiance be put on future agendas for this committee and that a flag is put into the room.

Adjournment: Motion made by Supervisor Bock, seconded by Supervisor Richart to adjourn. All members present voting aye. Motion carried.

Meeting adjourned at 11:55 A.M.

Julianne B. Winkelhorst

Deputy County Clerk

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REVISED

The Environment and Land Use Committee met in A-200 of the Administration Center.

Present: Supervisors Leider, Richart, Bock, Smith and Committee Member Noll. Staff: Administrator Meaux, Planning, Resources and Land Management Director Holschbach, Andrew Struck, Dan Lynch and Deputy County Clerk Winkelhorst.

Others Present: Marko Musich

Absent: Supervisor Sopko

Call to Order/ Notice/ Adoption: Meeting called to order by Chairperson Leider at 8:30 A.M. Assurance that the meeting was properly noticed, so noted by Ms. Winkelhorst. Motion made by Supervisor Bock, seconded by Mr. Noll to adopt agenda as presented. Vote taken. Motion carried unanimously.

Public Comments/ Correspondence and Communications: None at this time.

Approval of Minutes: Motion made by Supervisor Richart, seconded by Supervisor Smith, to approve the June 21 minutes as mailed. Vote taken. Motion carried unanimously.

Preliminary Plat / Land Division: A request from Marko J. & Jane Hamilton Musich for preliminary plat approval in accord with Section 7.20(Subdivision Regulation) of the County Ordinance. Affecting the following property at 308 Port Washington Rd., Town of Grafton, being part of the SW ¼ of the NW ¼ and NW ¼ and SW1/4 of the SW ¼ of Section 32, T10N R22E. Parcel Key #06-032-07-004.00 (47.28 acres).

Mr. Struck stated that the property is along Ulao Creek which is a tributary to the Milwaukee River, therefore it does fall within County Shoreland Zoning jurisdiction. He presented an aerial photo of the property. The property is also known as The Family Farm.

In response to a question, Mr. Musich did state that the Town of Grafton and City of Mequon were aware of the impending project. He continued to explain the project being a land division, taking the northern 12-13 acres and sectioning that from the Family Farm and develop that into business lots. This land division will create three new lots. (Lot 1, Lot 2 and Outlot 1) J.D. Knowles and Associates, LLC conducted a wetland delineation. Mr. Musich further explained the future commercial development of Lot 1 and Lot 2 will remain the Family Farm and their home. He also expressed his concern with the issue of road safety and how they are addressing those issues. The property has 16.5 acres of wetlands, most on the southern edge. Discussion continued.

Mr. Struck presented the staff report on the land division. He noted that no soil borings were presented as part of the preliminary plat. The Army Corps of Engineers has issued a concurrence letter for the wetland delineation as the wetlands are subject to their jurisdiction. Proposed road access to the newly created parcels is off of County Highway W. The PRLM Department recommends approval with the following conditions:

  1. Any future subdivision of this property will require preliminary plat approval by the County.
  2. Prior to our new ordinance revision it may require a special exception permit or rezoning request prior to any development activities on the property.
  3. A Special Exception Permit from the county will be required for any future filling, grading or excavating.
  4. A Zoning permit shall be obtained from the Zoning Administrator before any new development.
  5. Future land disturbance will need a stormwater and erosion control Notice of Intent from the DNR.
  6. Removal of natural vegetation in the shoreland area shall be minimized.
  7. Soil borings were not conducted so it is noted that the action today will not certify that the lots are buildable.
  8. Additonal permitting may be required by the DNR and the Army Corps of Engineers.
  9. This preliminary plat (land division) is conditional upon Ozaukee Highway Access Control approval by the Ozaukee County Highway Commissioner.

Motion made by Supervisor Bock, seconded by Supervisor Richart to approve the preliminary plat/land division with the conditions in the staff report and the Highway Access Control approval. Vote taken. Motion carried unanimously.

Chairperson Leider requests that the committee move to item #9 on the agenda as all members for those reports are now present. There were no objections.

Arthur Filter, President of the Ozaukee County Agricultural Society Fair Board, spoke on changes that have been made, school art, budget and working on increasing revenue thru space rental.

Facilities Manager Waldkirch gave his report on the work that was requested and is now completed at the fairgrounds. All exit lights were replaced with no cost to the county, the work was done by Cedarburg Light and Water.

Also present to give his report on the upcoming delivery of the golf carts to the fairgrounds and ground maintenance was Parks Commissioner Knight.

UW Extension Director O’Neil talked about the space rental for commercial and non-profit groups. The committee suggested that the fair board look at differentiating between the two groups when setting the rates. Signage has also increased from last year.

Revert back to Agenda order.

Proposed Revisions to Shoreland & Floodplain Zoning Ordinance: The Chair requested that the committee put off discussion on this until next month as Mr. Holschbach just received the changes required by the DNR, FEMA and the absence of Supervisor Sopko. There were no objections.

Authorization to Establish a Prairie Seed Sale Program: Chairperson Leider had suggested that this issue be revisited. Discussion continued as to the benefits of providing this prairie seed through the PRLM department. Seed orders would be taken and provided in conjunction with the County Tree & Shrub sale. This would compliment the department and provide another "positive" opportunity to increase awareness of other services available to the property owners with regards to attractive, non-polluting natural landscapes, wetlands and other environmental issues. Motion made by Supervisor Smith, seconded by Supervisor Bock authorizing the establishment of a prairie seed sale program. Vote taken. Motion carried unanimously.

County Fair Display: Supervisor Bock and Mr. Struck gave an update on the educational materials and showed some samples of what they are looking at for the fair.

Management, Financial and Organization Reports-PRLM: Mr. Holschbach gave the department financial report, an example of an individual that was non-compliant with his holding tank and the process involved with following up on that, Ulao Creek partnership open house on Sept. 24th., continued work with Bob Tillmann on the Non-metallic mining permit and Ulao creek assessment for conservation easement.

Farm Service Agency update given by Mr. Noll.

Mr. Lynch gave his update on Environmental Quality Incentive Program.

Wisconsin Land & Water Conservation Association (WLWCA) meeting report was given by Supervisor Leider.

Mr. Struck gave further information on the conservation easement. Updated the committee on the Lions Den park, two major outstanding projects- establish the final trail system north and the staircase construction, maintenance plan through the Parks Department and working with the Fish and Wildlife Service with postings.

Report on State WACEC Conference: was attended by Supervisors Leider,  and Mr. O’Neil. Supervisor Leider stated that the major point was the move from District 1, along with Washington and Sheboygan Counties to District 6 encompassing counties to the north. The reason being we have more in common with our northern counties than the southern counties. Mr. O’Neil talked about the tour he went on to view different Extension projects, a dairy farm with their own on farm bottling plant, a youth court system and The Northern Great Lakes Visitor's Center.

Management, Financial Reports- UW Ext.: Mr. O’Neil spoke on the Master Gardner’s annual picnic on Wed. July 20 at Pioneer Village and the new project that they have begun there, County Fair display, summary of Breakfast on the Farm, department financial report.

Mr. Struck gave a financial update on the Lion’s Den.

Items for Committee Report:

PRLM- initiation of prairie seed sale, zoning ordinance revisions, fair display

UW Extension - a list of departments in the county that will have exhibits at the fair.

Next Meeting Date: Aug. 16, 2005 at 8:30 A.M. in Room A200.

Adjournment: Motion made by Committee Member Noll, seconded by Supervisor Bock that the committee adjourn. Vote taken. Motion carried unanimously.

Meeting adjourned at 11:04 A.M.

Julianne B. Winkelhorst

Deputy County Clerk

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June 21, 2005

The Environment and Land Use Committee met in Room A-200 of the Administration Center.

Present: Supervisors Leider, Sopko, Richart, Smith, Bock and Committee Member Roger Noll. Staff: Planning, Resources and Land Management Director Andy Holschbach, Andrew Struck, Jeff Bell, Dan Lynch and Deputy County Clerk Julianne Winkelhorst.

Others present: Elizabeth Garni and Rory Palubiski

Call to Order: Meeting called to order by Chairperson Leider at 9:00 A.M. She stated that for future meetings the starting time will be 8:30 A.M.

Proper Notice: Assurance that the meeting was properly noticed, so noted by Mr. Holschbach.

Adoption of Agenda: Motion made by Supervisor Richart, seconded by Supervisor Bock, to adopt agenda as presented. Vote taken. Motion carried unanimously.

Public Comments/Correspondence and Communications – None at this time.

Approval of Minutes: Motion made by Supervisor Smith, seconded by Supervisor Noll to approve the May 17 minutes as mailed. Supervisor Richart noted a word correction on the minutes. Vote taken. Motion carried unanimously.

Public Hearing: To consider a request for Elizabeth Garni/Garni Survivors Trust, property owners, by Rory Palubiski- Fein Design as agent for a Zoning Classification change from Floodplain to Non-floodplain in the Recreational-Residential district and to relocate the floodplain line within the Recreational-Residential District, in order to recognize a Special Exception fill project.

Mr. Holschbach noted that a Class 2 notice was published in the papers and surrounding neighbors were notified. An explanation of the project and a map showing the area was presented. A Special Exception Permit was authorized by the Board of Adjustment for filling, grading and excavating within the floodplain. A condition of the permit is the rezoning classification change from Floodplain to Non-Floodplain in the Recreational-Residential district. With the elevation change they are no longer in the floodplain. The change in the Zoning Classification and to relocate the floodplain line require County Board approval.

Motion made by Supervisor Leider, seconded by Supervisor Bock, to close the public hearing. Vote taken. Motion carried unanimously.

Motion made by Supervisor Bock, seconded by Supervisor Sopko to approve the request. Vote taken. Motion carried unanimously.

Appropriation of Soil & Water Resource Management Program Cost-Sharing Funds:

Mr. Bell reviewed the projects requesting Land & Water Resource Management Program cost sharing funds. He explained that the County is likely to receive additional funds the following year for effectively utilizing all of the appropriated funds. This year there are more requests than available cost-sharing. Andy Holschbach mentioned counties can now encumber funds from other counties not utilizing their state cost-sharing funds. Mr. Lynch provided information on the availability of USDA Environmental Quality Incentive Program Funds and explained they are applied to nutrient, pest, and grazing land management. EQIP fund expenditures do not require county approval. Discussion also on the need to develop criteria to rank projects for funding.

Motion made by Supervisor Smith, seconded by Supervisor Bock to approve the ranking and allocation of funds as submitted for the following projects:

  • John & Allen Clausing, CREP Equivalent Buffer $17,000
  • Randy & Chris Eibs, Scrape Wall, $3,000
  • Ron Strauss, Milkhouse Waste Treatment System, $7,000
  • Ron Strauss, Manure Reception Pit, $10,000
  • Dave Polzin/Harold Moldenhaurer, Diversion, Wetland Restoration, $5,000
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    Vote taken. Motion carried unanimously.

    Mr. Bell also explained that he needed approval for the cost share agreement for Targeted Runoff Management Program Grant recipient Neil Maciejewski in the amount of $49,320. Motion made by Supervisor Smith, seconded by Supervisor Richart to approve the request. Vote taken. Motion carried unanimously.

    9:34A.M. University Extension Director Dan O’Neil now present

    SEWRPC Contract Amendment for Comprehensive Planning: Mr. Struck gave his report on the modification of the agreement. The amount of the grant monies has been changed with $36,000 being allocated to the City of Cedarburg by the Wisconsin Department of Administration, $2000 will be retained by the County to help fund a Comprehensive Planning Survey. It also clarifies the match contribution by SEWRPC regarding allocated funds out of tax levy that support planning which was budgeted and approved by the County Board and in-kind contributions.

    Motion made by Supervisor Bock, seconded by Supervisor Sopko to approve the contract amendment. Vote taken. Motion carried unanimously.

    PRLM Reports:

    Farm Service Agency update given by Mr. Noll.

    Mr. Lynch gave his update on Environmental Quality Incentive Program and the Mole Creek Stream Rehabilitation Project.

    Supervisor Bock and Mr. Struck will be working on developing some educational materials for the County Fair.

    Motion made by Supervisor Leider, seconded by Supervisor Smith that Supervisor Bock work on development of educational materials for the fair. Vote taken. Motion carried unanimously.

    9:45 A.M. Administrator Tom Meaux now present.

    Wisconsin Land & Water Conservation Association (WLWCA) meeting report was given by Supervisor Leider.

    Mr. Holschbach addressed the committee with regards to the proposed revisions to the Shoreland & Floodplain Zoning Ordinance. He provided a timeline for the adoption process. During the 06 Budget process focus will center on reducing the tax levy amount in the sanitation cost center. Department is developing policy regarding the septic system maintenance program. Note on the financial report that revenue is low, most is captured mid or late year.

    10:15 A.M. Mr. Lynch excused.

    Question regarding possibly holding a night meeting for public hearing and also for the fair board. Mr. O’Neil stated that there are issues at the fairgrounds that do need to be addressed at a separate meeting.

    Note: September 20 meeting at 6:30 pm in the Youth building at the fairgrounds for public hearing on proposed revisions to the zoning ordinance and meeting with the fair board.

    Staff Newsletter: done monthly and is on the website. Committee complimented how nice the handout looked and would be a good thing to give out at the fair. Question with regards to Supervisors being listed on the pamphlet.

    Hosting Tri-County Meeting: October 14, 2005, Room 118 at 10:30AM

    UW Extension Reports: Mr. O’Neil gave financial report, WASAC meeting this weekend designed for Extension Committee members.

    10:30A.M. Registar of Deeds Ron Voigt is now present.

    Register of Deeds Report: Mr. Voigt gave an overview report of the functions of his office.

    Next Meeting Date: July 19, 2005 at 8:30A.M. in Room A200

    Adjournment: Motion made by Supervisor Richart, seconded by Supervisor Sopko that the committee adjourn. Vote taken. Motion carried unanimously.

    Meeting adjourned at 10:43 A.M.

    Julianne B. Winkelhorst

    Deputy County Clerk

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    May 17, 2005

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    The Environment and Land Use Committee met in Room A-200 of the Administration Center.

    Present: Supervisors Leider, Richart, Smith, Bock, Sopko, Staff: Andy Holschbach, Andrew Struck, Daniel Lynch, County Administrator Tom Meaux and County Clerk Marchese.

    Absent: Roger Noll